Bauer Nike Hockey Apparel Designer (Greenland, NH)

Job Title: Apparel Designer
Profession: Marketing -> Graphic and Web Design

DescriptionThe heart of Bauer Hockey is built around one simple idea -- innovation. Whether that innovation is called Vapor or Supreme, the principle is the same: think something that nobody has thought before, or improve something that already exists. It's how we create our products, and it's the way we treat the people we work with. Want to join our Apparel team as an Apparel Designer? As the Apparel Designer, you will be responsible for full-spectrum creative design services for apparel including: emphasis on graphic design, seasonal design direction for all 3 categories: lifestyle; performance & team, design of silhouettes and graphics fulfilling merchandising brief and cost criteria, seasonal color and fabric story. You will coordinate packaging and trim design, and handle visual line plans. You will prepare commercialized artwork for tech packs which will include detailed silhouette drawings/briefs with complete design detail, detailed full-size artwork/briefs with complete color and technical detail, and artwork for labels, trims and packaging. You will be responsible for leading the design process internally including: managing calendar adherence for all design/creative requirements, conducting design reviews throughout seasonal calendar and consulting on design direction throughout sourcing and development process; as well as ad-hoc projects. You will manage contract/freelance design including identifying, planning and executing out-sourcing needs seasonally; source and maintain base of freelancers to support requirements; balancing business and budgetary objectives. Requirements: Bachelors degree in the field of graphic design or apparel design 5+ years experience as designer in apparel field - with specific responsibilities in graphic design Creative and production art experience required. 2+ years managing other artists (freelance or in-house) Experience in both fashion and athletic industries an asset Strong Computer skills including: Illustrator, Photoshop, Spreadsheet applications, Email. InDesign and Quark an asset Limited travel for research design Exceptional communication skills written and oral Ability to multi-task and thrive in fast-paced environment Ability to work both independently and cooperatively with a diverse group of people Must be able to lift and/or push 20-45 lbs in samples, fabrics or productsInterested yet? Good. Us too. We're pretty sure you'll want to know we offer one of the most generous benefits packages around. Things like a 401(k) retirement plan, casual work environment, and a host of other perks we don't have room to mention here. We're interested in learning more about you and appreciate you taking the time to apply online. Bauer is committed to employing a diverse workforce. EOE/M/F/H/

Desired Attributes

Profession: Marketing -> Graphic and Web Design
Design Tools: Illustrator (Adobe)
Design Tools: Photoshop (Adobe)
Design Tools: QuarkXPress (Quark)
Website Creation/Design: Interview clients to define needs and goals
Design Tools: InDesign (Adobe)
Graphic Design Work Products: Web and email graphics
Position Level: Individual contributor
Type of Environment: Corporation (in-house)
Industry: Aerospace/Defense
Industry: Accessories/Apparel/Footwear
Industry: Sports/Recreation/Fitness

Posted by Kris Iringan